Alcoplan 200mg Injection

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Alcoplan 200mg Injection. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Alcoplan 200mg Injection and its role in your treatment plan.

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Salt Combination: Teicoplanin (200mg)
Brand: Alvio Pharma
Uses: Severe bacterial infections

Description

Alcoplan 200mg Injection is an antibiotic used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections in hospitalized patients
It is effective against infections of the respiratory tract (eg
pneumonia), urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, heart, blood, and others
Alcoplan 200mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria and is useful for treating adults as well as children
It is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic that only covers the gram-positive type of bacteria
This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a healthcare professional
It may also be combined with other antibiotics to treat additional types of bacteria.
Some people may develop local injection site reactions like pain, swelling, redness
However, this is usually minor and temporary
Other side effects like fever, itching, and skin rash may be seen occasionally
Monitoring with regular kidney function tests may be needed while you are being treated with this medication
Inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medication in the past
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it may cause dizziness and headaches
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Alcoplan 200mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alcoplan 200mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Alcoplan 200mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alcoplan 200mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Alcoplan 200mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^You may have headaches or feel dizzy while being treated with Alcoplan 200mg Injection. If this happens, do not drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Alcoplan 200mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Alcoplan 200mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	SAFE: Consuming alcohol with Alcoplan 200mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Drug Action:	Glycopeptides
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Glycopeptide antibiotics

Uses

Uses of Alcoplan 200mg Injection

In Severe bacterial infections Alcoplan 200mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections
It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract
It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered
Alcoplan 200mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.